Subaru Crosstrek MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Subaru Crosstrek MPG for every engine and drivetrain from 2013 to 2027, plus a fuel cost calculator.
Crosstrek MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 43 configurations of the Crosstrek across gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions. Pick a year to compare engines and drivetrains.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosstrek Hybrid AWDHybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | AWD | 36 | 36 | 36 | View |
| Crosstrek AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | AWD | 26 | 33 | 29 | View |
| Crosstrek Wilderness AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | AWD | 24 | 29 | 26 | View |
Plug-in hybrid rows show the gas-only rating.
Crosstrek MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Crosstrek configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When Crosstrek Fuel Economy Changed
The Crosstrek's ratings stay flat for long stretches. These are the model years where something changed enough to matter when you're comparing used ones.
- 2014: The first hybrid Crosstrek shows up in the EPA data, rated at up to 30 MPG combined.
- 2019: A plug-in hybrid version arrives. Its 35 MPG combined rating on gas alone tops the previous year's best of 29 MPG.
- 2023: The top combined rating rises to 35 MPG, up from 30 MPG the year before.
- 2026: The top combined rating rises to 36 MPG, up from 29 MPG the year before.
How the Crosstrek Compares
The EPA rated 69 small SUVs for 2026. The best Crosstrek version, at 36 MPG combined, ties for 11th with 2 other models of 69. Combined ratings in the class run from 20 to 53 MPG, with a median of 27. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kia Niro | 53 MPG |
| 2 | Toyota RAV4 | 43 MPG |
| 3 | Kia Sportage | 42 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Corolla Cross | 42 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus NX | 40 MPG |
| 11 | Subaru Crosstrek | 36 MPG |
What Does a Crosstrek Cost to Fuel?
Pick a Crosstrek, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Crosstrek MPG Questions
Which Crosstrek year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid AWD holds the top EPA rating at 36 MPG combined (36 city, 36 highway).
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid Crosstrek?
The 2021 to 2023 Crosstrek AWD with the 2.0L 4-cylinder and all-wheel drive is rated at 30 MPG combined (28 city, 33 highway).
Is there still a gas-only Crosstrek?
Yes. The 2026 Crosstrek lineup includes 2 gas-only versions, rated 26 to 29 MPG combined.
Why doesn't my Crosstrek match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, passengers and cargo, roof racks, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one vehicle against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Cedrick Reese built this page from the EPA fuel economy file published on fueleconomy.gov. It has 43 ratings for the Crosstrek from 2013 to 2027, and every one of them is shown in the table. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Plug-in hybrid figures in the table are the gas-only ratings, since those are the ones you can compare with a regular car. When the EPA posts an updated file with new model years or corrected ratings, this page is rebuilt from it. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov